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Aug082011
Remembering Fred Imus
Please share your thoughts and memories of Fred Imus, who passed away August 6 at the age of 69
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This Isn’t Our Last Love Letter
Dear Don Don,
Way back in 92
I walked into the room and knew
Never felt this way before
I shook your hand while gazing into your eyes
And the feeling grew
As I took a seat I knew
A love that would have my heart
Forever
I knew
Way back in 92
They say love at first sight doesn’t always last or isn’t true
We were the exception to that rule
Our love had no where to hide
A spark set fire
As if this is how the universe started
I never doubted our love or what we could do
Together we grew
Forming a bond everlasting
That became our glue
My euphoria was YOU
I’m eternally grateful for the love and life we shared
For how fortunate we were :
“to have and to hold
through sickness and in health
Til death do us part”
Until we are together again
This isn’t our last love letter
I love you with all my heart and soul
Yours forever,
Deirdre (Mrs. Hank Snow)
I’m fortunate to have fallen in love with, marry and make a life with the sharpest, coolest, funniest, most rare, bad ass, tender loving, loyal man on the planet, my husband Don Imus.
A True American Hero
I don’t know why it has been so hard for me to write about my dear friend Don Imus.
I certainly know what he meant to me, my family, my charity, my hospital and the millions of fans that listened and loved him for so many years.
I keep reading all the beautiful condolences that people are writing about how much a part of their lives were effected by listening to him over the years.
But what most people don’t talk enough about is what he did for all of us.
In every sense of the word, he was an American Hero. His work with children with so many different illnesses and his dedication to their future was unmatched by anyone I have ever known or heard about.
Besides raising over $100,000,000 for so many causes, he took care of young people for over 20 years in a state where he could not breathe. Along with his incredible wife Deirdre, he created a world where children were not defined by their disease. That was a miracle! He was a miracle.
I will miss him ever day for the rest of my life.
I was blessed to be a part of his and Deirde’s life.
No one will ever do what he did.
I love you Don Imus - A TRUE AMERICAN HERO
David Jurist
IMUS IN THE MORNING
FIRST DAY BACK!
Imus Ranch Foundation
The Imus Ranch Foundation was formed to donate 100% of all donations previously devoted to The Imus Ranch for Kids with Cancer to various other charities whose work and missions compliment those of the ranch. The initial donation from The Imus Ranch Foundation was awarded to Tackle Kids Cancer, a program of The HackensackUMC Foundation and the New York Giants.
Please send donations to The Imus Ranch Foundation here:
Imus Ranch
PO Box 1709
Brenham, Texas 77833
A Tribute To Don Imus
Children’s Health Defense joins parents of vaccine-injured children and advocates for health freedom in remembering the life of Don Imus, a media maverick in taking on uncomfortable topics that most in the mainstream press avoid or shut down altogether. His commitment to airing all sides of controversial issues became apparent to the autism community in 2005 and 2006 as the Combating Autism Act (CAA) was being discussed in Congress. The Act, which was ultimately signed into law by George W. Bush in December of 2006, created unprecedented friction among parents of vaccine-injured children and members of Congress; parents insisted that part of the bill’s billion-dollar funding be directed towards environmental causes of autism including vaccines, while most U.S. Senators and Representatives tried to sweep any such connections under the rug.
News Articles
Don Imus, Divisive Radio Shock Jock Pioneer, Dead at 79 - Imus in the Morning host earned legions of fans with boundary-pushing humor, though multiple accusations of racism and sexism followed him throughout his career By Kory Grow RollingStone
Don Imus Leaves a Trail of Way More Than Dust
Don Imus Was Abrupt, Harsh And A One-Of-A-Kind, Fearless Talent
By Michael Riedel - The one and only time I had a twinge of nerves before appearing on television was when I made my debut in 2011 on “Imus in the Morning” on the Fox Business Channel. I’d been listening to Don Imus, who died Friday at 79, since the 1990s as an antidote the serious (bordering on the pompous) hosts on National Public Radio. I always thought it would be fun to join Imus and his gang — news anchor Charles McCord, producer Bernard McGuirk, comedian Rob Bartlett — in the studio, flinging insults back and forth at one another. And now I had my chance. I was invited on to discuss to discuss “Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark,” the catastrophic Broadway musical that injured cast members daily.
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Reader Comments (2564)
I was looking forward to today’s show, the first one since Fred’s death. Was worried about the I-man, his state of mind and so forth. After listening and watching the whole three and a half hours (took off from work to do so!), I realized that even if it wasn’t as it seemed—that the I-man was in better shape about all of it than me—it surely was a great comfort to me to have the I-man to go to this morning in my own sadness about Fred.
So few people that feel sane in this world—one of them Don Imus!
Thank you, I-man!
The Imus program has always been a part of my life...Hearing of Fred's passing was like a kick in the face. Having sisters, I've always longed for a brother. I imagine if I'd had one, Fred was a great example of what I would want my brother to be like. Did I say that? Yes, I did. Thanks for all the years of entertainment, Fred. Rest in peace...Prayers and thoughts go out to all of Imus' family and friends.
I am so sorry for your loss. I was lucky enough to have spoken to Fred, at the Auto Body Express. I ordered a shirt and spoke to him for about 15 minutes about football. A true gentleman His "Fredisms" were tremendous.... Rest in peace Fred, you will be surely missed.
When watching you this AM I was brought to tears when you said you went to the phone to call Fred and tell him about the memorial you had at the ranch for him. I lost my brother 26 years ago when he was 57 years old. The following weekend I picked up the phone to call him and ask him if the Red Sox won. My memories of him will never leave me. Be well
Now you know the 4 million you paid for the T shirt was worth every penny. Even I choked up watching your show this morning. We'll all miss Fred.
I was shocked and so saddened to hear of Fred's death--way too early. We still laugh about Fred's reference to the dinosaur "lickalotopus". We will miss him mightily but know that the emptiness in the hearts of the Imus family is huge in comparison. I hope that your great love and memories will comfort you.
Some of the funiest moments on Imus in the morning were with Fred.
Wry sort of humor, down to earth and endearing.
Condolences From Durango
I was truly saddened when I heard about Fred. He was truly a unique person with a special way of viewing the world. I wish he had written more because he had that special something it takes to put things into perspecive. He was truly as the song says one of them "Good Ole Boys". My sincere condolences.
olr
One of my favorite Fred stories was from several years ago. He discovered a couple of bags of groceries he'd forgotten to take out of the car, where they sat broiling in the sun for a few days. He was more amused than irritated. I loved it. Very sad he's left us. Cavuto is so right: the silence IS deafening.
IMan, I was so sad to learn the reason why you were not on air last week. Stunned, too. Fred had such entertaining Facebook posts and some great, funny anecdotes and banter with you on your show that it is hard to imagine we won't be having his humor anymore, except in replay and re-reads. To hear you say this morning that he died of a broken heart, hit me sideways. Who knew he was suffering so profoundly? You handled it so well today. And you are right, Neil Cavuto's memoriam was outstanding. Be well.
I give the I-man a lot of credit for getting through this morning's tribute to Fred. The comment that he was like a father to Fred says it all. Soldier on I-man -- we'll all miss the wit and wisdom of Fred Imus.
God Bless Fred
One of a kind, the kind we desperatly need more of!
I never met Fred, but I knew him well. He was a man who reminded me of every older real cowboy I've ever met.
Don and Fred have been the "better" part of my life for quite awhile now. My wife and I are Imus Ranch foremen, we visited Auto Body Express, ate too many Buffalo Chips, and I have a bunch of old now raggedy Imus denim shirts hanging in my closet. It's the least we could do for people who have provided so much entertainment.
We took in a feral mom cat and her two very young boy kittens a number of years ago. Of course we named them Don and Fred.
See you on down the trail, Fred.
Vaya Con DIos.
Years ago I was listening to Fred and Bernard sparing and the funniest line I ever heard Fred deliver was when he asked Bernie if he was still getting his ties out of a dumpster. I laugh every time I recall Fred ask Bernard that question. I am glad that you had such a close bond with Fred, Don. His spirit will help your heart heal, and your memories of Fred will bring a smile and even a chuckle or two. Thanks for sharing Fred with all of us. I pray for your entire family, and a special prayer for Wyatt who loved Fred to the max. Respectfully, R. T. Parr
Dear Fred,
I was 21 and you were 29. After 10 years we decided it wasn't a marriage made in heaven. But during that time you gave me wonderful sons. During the last 40 years I knew I could pick up the phone and you'd make me laugh. After you moved to Tuscon I saw a lot more of you. You'd spend weekends on the couch while Dear John was outside destroying something or annoying the neighbors. At your memorial in Phoenix, there was just as much laughter as there was crying. We relived a lot of funny times. Just like you would've wanted.
I lost my best friend. I will miss you forever.
Love,
Phyllis
Hey Iman, I always thought your relationship with Fred was a lesson to all. Now, I know that was one thing I had right. I really feel bad about your loss. Sincerely Sam Dordoni, Watkins Glen, NY
I just found out that Fred Imus has passed away and hope that you can find comfort amongst your loved ones. I tried to explain to my Daughter that after every appearance on his brother's show Fred and Don would end their conversation with "I Love You". Just three little words that showed the audience their character and closeness. I enjoyed listening to Fred's radio show when I got Sirrius and would look forward to the week-ends so I could hear songs from my past and learn about new songs and artists. Fred Imus made me laugh and that is quite a gift from God that he shared with us.
Dear Dod and Deidre,
Your love of Fred was beautiful. No one could ever take that away.
God Bless Fred
Heartfelt sympathy to the Imus family. I just loved Fred and his humor and looked forward when he was on the show. What came through was the love between Don and Fred.
My brother, who was Fred's age and died a couple of years ago once told me that he looked forward to the show everyday and especially looked forward to hearing Fred. It carried him through some very dark days of his own illness.
God Bless...........
My sincere condolences to the Imus family and to the friends of Fred who will miss him greatly. I, too, will miss Fred's appearances on the morning show. They never were frequent enough for me! We will miss his wisdom for a long, long time.
I have been listening to Imus off and on sine I was repairing street lights in NYC in 1985. I have enjoyed the banter between Fred and the I-man and I always remember every conversation ending with "I love you". i would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Imus family and friends. I will miss his wit and wisdom.
If everyone had your brother's humor and sense of life, the world would be a much better place.
I just heard about Fred's passing this morning while watching the Imus show on FBN, I was camping in the Black Hills last week while attending the Sturgis Rally and didn't see the TV or listen to the radio for over a week. Fred was my favorite guest on the show, I started listening to the radio show in 1992 when I found I could pick it up from a Medford Or. station that carried it. Fred had something special in his humor and out look and I wish I could have met him. I'd listen to his show on Outlaw Country occasionally but his appearance's on the Imus show where my favorite. My condolences to the family, RIP Fred.
Smokey
My deepest sympathy to you and Fred's children on the death of your beloved brother. It was obvious the deep love and respect you had for him and he for you. He was so funny and smart, and i was always happy to hear him on your show. I always felt he was very proud of you. I wish i could write something that would ease your pain, but I think you know that you have to go through the grieving process to honor him. One day at a time. He will be missed
I have always enjoyed listening to what Fred had to say. What he said made alot of sense. He didn't talk in riddles like so many media people do. Just good common sense and to the point, no crap along the way. He will be missed and remembered by many people. My sincere sympathy to the Imus family.